The complete story of boxing from the pugilists of the classical amphitheatres to the heroes of today

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Boxing, combining brute force and raw courage with classic skill and artistry, appeals to a broader range of emotions and senses than any other form of human sport. The first section, The Champions, offers biographies and visual portraits of the legendary names in boxing, including the greats of the modern era. The second section, The Great Fights, highlights those contests and moments that form the core of boxing lore. Eighty encounters are covered in detail. The final section, The World of Boxing, offers a behind-the-scenes insight into the managers, promoters, trophies, venues, magazines, books, paintings and collector's items. THE BOXING ALBUM: AN ILLUSTRATED HISTORY The complete story of boxing from the pugilists of the classical amphitheatres to the heroes of today Peter Brooke-Ball with Derek O CLICK HERE TO READ THE WHOLE BOOK IN DIGITAL FORM